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MentalistCreationLab Inner circle 1528 Posts |
Well where to begin, I have just finished writing up ASHES TO ASHES, DUST TO DUST, LET THERE BE GHOSTS AND STUFF and it seems that I am in one of my rare moods as I am on break until the new year. So I have decided to share this document with a few of you who email me.
So what is ashes to ashes dust to dust let there be ghosts and stuff? It is an enhancement effect. For those of you that have never heard of such a thing it is something that is done in the background during a performance that when it works will enhance the entire show. As in the case with this effect it creates a situation of dancing lights that sometimes can be seen floating around the performer and in the correct context the audience may see that you have ghost orbs floating around you. This enhancement effect is very useful in séance work or speaking with the dead. Also, I would like to point out that this effect is very low tech. The items need are already laying around your house or workshop right now. Lastly, I have been using this for many years and its a treasured secret of mine. I would be interested in what some of you think about the idea of of using enhancement effect or ideas? As this stuff is almost never discussed. It's good to be able to relax and be a bit lazy, Bill Montana |
Dr Spektor Eternal Order Carcanis 10781 Posts |
Bill... NOOOOOOOOO... its too good... ghost of the mind.... why release it... and for free? THE MIND BOGGLES.....
"They are lean and athirst!!!!"
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barneyfife Veteran user 326 Posts |
Bill,
Could you be talking about "will-o'-the-wisp" or "fairy fire"? In different cultures they are called by various names and have diverse origins. see the following links http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Will-o%27-the-wisp http://jeff.lindell.home.comcast.net/~je......cus.html http://inamidst.com/lights/ Barney
Always in motion is the future
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MentalistCreationLab Inner circle 1528 Posts |
Barney, no the work talks about creating ghost orbs. Although, one could certainly use tales "will-o'-the-wisp" or "fairy fire" as a basis. The articles that you posted are a great read by the way. All of the free copies are gone. As these things go very fast. In the near future I will be releasing a new hard cover book on my dark work of the paranormal check my website for upcoming information about this book.
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RCP Inner circle Two Minnie's in The Hell's Half Acre, The Republic of Texas 2183 Posts |
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jdmagic357 Special user 737 Posts |
This enhancement effect as well as possibly all enhancement effects, seems to me to be the difference between good and bad performance art. To engage the audience on a "subconscious" level is bound to touch them emotionally. To touch one emotionally, is to divert them from the now, and have them go searching in there minds for an identifiable experience. This is what great art does! It mooooooves those in attendance to a place different from where they are. Enhancement effect although I wasn't aware it had a name, seems to be the difference between a show that can and can't do that.
I believe that all aspects of a show need to be considered when performing. Not only the sights and sounds but smell,taste and touch need to be considered. What Bill has done here, is to touch that 6th sense with an undercurrent that won't ever be suspected by those who experience this first hand. Subconscious manipulation like NLP and hypnosis is a powerful tool underutilized by mentalist, and something that can be considered when performing any effect. I like what Bill has done here, but more important, how he is opening the door to this type of psychology in performance art. I think those who study this sort of thing will be one step above the rest, giving them the edge amongst the competition. Thanks Bill.
Just cause they say it, doesn't make it true.
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MentalistCreationLab Inner circle 1528 Posts |
Thanks JD I glad you found the information useful. I think I am going to take the Good Dr Spektor advice "ghost of the mind.... why release it" as of right now only a very few people have seen this work so on 01 04 2010 it will go back into my vault. If it does resurface it only be in my printed book on psychological tools for the seance worker that I have been working on for the last several years and scheduled for publication 2013.
Enhancement effects are very useful thing when applied to this art of ours. I do however find it surprising that so little has been written on the subject over the last century. In addition, many of the old timers learned some of these secrets from the charlatan spiritualist. Unfortunately many of these performers are no longer with us and it would seem that they took this precious knowledge with them to the grave. Leaving behind only fragments of the puzzle for us to put back together. It always seems that these puzzles are missing pieces and never complete. But then again maybe that's the point they were trying to convey to us in the first place. |
jdmagic357 Special user 737 Posts |
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On 2011-01-02 07:11, MentalistCreationLab wrote: Well if the Mayans got it wrong, put me on the list for the first signed and numbered copy. If the whole book is anything like the one effect, it will become an instant classic, and be worth whatever you decide to charge. Peace.
Just cause they say it, doesn't make it true.
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RCP Inner circle Two Minnie's in The Hell's Half Acre, The Republic of Texas 2183 Posts |
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On 2011-01-02 13:34, jdmagic357 wrote: This may be the only thing we agree about all year JD. A gifted idea! 2013 is toooooooooo long of a wait Bill! |
jdmagic357 Special user 737 Posts |
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This may be the only thing we agree about all year JD. A gifted idea! 2013 is toooooooooo long of a wait Bill! That's ok my dear, often it's those with opposing view points that make the best friends? Maybe even friends with benefits? Peace.
Just cause they say it, doesn't make it true.
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RCP Inner circle Two Minnie's in The Hell's Half Acre, The Republic of Texas 2183 Posts |
You probably can't afford that much 30 year MACALLAN? You got a sister?
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jdmagic357 Special user 737 Posts |
I might have some blue label sitting around the house? No I don't have a sister but my wife is kinda nice.
Peace.
Just cause they say it, doesn't make it true.
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RCP Inner circle Two Minnie's in The Hell's Half Acre, The Republic of Texas 2183 Posts |
I am sure you deserve nothing less my new found friend. See ya round the mitt joint, but don't try to work my corner, K.
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jdmagic357 Special user 737 Posts |
I'd rather you not see me as a cheat, but we can just be friends as I don't make it to Texas that often. OK and if I do, know that I won't try the flim flam on you or any of yours so give me the courtesy of a wide birth.
Peace.
Just cause they say it, doesn't make it true.
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